First, is it something that matters? So many people waste so much time saying things that are absolutely unnecessary to say. Check your motives. If it is then do it respectfully. It is less about what you have to say and more about its careful delivery...

I like to brace for shock... I have something to tell you that you are not going to like...

If you're fairly sure that whatever you have to tell someone will hurt their feelings, I would strongly suggest you take some time to think seriously about whether it absolutely HAS to be said.There are varying degrees of "hurt." If you find it necessary to make a statement that may hurt their ego, try to be clear but brief......and you might want to offer an apology for having to do it... If you are delivering sad or disappointing news, use kindness and be supportive. It's never a pleasant thing to have to tell someone anything that you feel with upset them. But if it's left up to you and must be done, just remember to be gentle.

Sandwich technique.......Compliment first (express genuinely) insert the comment and then finish with another positive. Always use a sandwich. It is easier to eat that way and a managment technique that is taught.

Hi everyone,Here's a thought...We have been taught to speak the truth, but it is right to do so in the cost of hurting/harming someone? Especially if that someone is a person we care for? It is one of the biggest...

How do you tell your partner/spouse or gf/bf that you don't love them anymore?Anyway you look at it, this is difficult mainly because you don't want them to be hurt. But it is more painful if it is just pity that you...